In Australia, rosé isn’t just a wine – it’s a season. As soon as the weather warms up, bottles of pale pink appear at long lunches, barbecues and beachside tables. Light, refreshing and endlessly drinkable, rosé has become the quintessential summer drop.
Its fresh fruit flavours also make it perfect for cocktails. Whether you’re entertaining friends or just looking for something a little special on a hot afternoon, these three rosé-inspired cocktails are easy to make, elegant to serve and made for summer drinking.
Classic Rosé Spritz
Light, bubbly and endlessly refreshing.
Ingredients
120ml chilled dry rosé
60ml soda water
30ml Aperol (optional, for a slightly bitter edge)
Ice
Orange slice or strawberry, to garnish
Method
Fill a large wine glass with ice. Add rosé, Aperol (if using), and top with soda water. Stir gently and garnish.
Perfect for: Long lunches and warm afternoons when you want something light.
Summer Rosé Slushy
The ultimate hot-weather cocktail.
Ingredients
2 cups rosé wine
1 cup frozen strawberries or watermelon
Juice of ½ lime
1–2 teaspoons sugar or simple syrup (optional)
Ice
Method
Freeze the rosé in ice cube trays for several hours. Blend frozen rosé cubes with fruit, lime juice and a little extra ice until smooth. Taste and sweeten if needed. Serve immediately in chilled glasses.
Perfect for: Very hot days, poolside drinks or casual summer gatherings.
Rosé Peach Cooler
Soft, fruity and dangerously easy to drink.
Ingredients
100ml rosé
50ml peach nectar or peach purée
Soda water, to top
Ice
Fresh mint, to garnish
Method
Fill a tall glass with ice. Add rosé and peach nectar, top with soda water and stir gently. Garnish with mint.
Perfect for: Early evening drinks or when you want something a little sweeter without being heavy.
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